Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Empty-headed Academic Goon

The world outside is so dangerous.

Lu Zhiluan looked down at the wicked but useful location card in his hand and swore secretly that he would give the driver a tip when he got back.

Passing through the woods, a peculiarly shaped building comes into view.

The silvery-white semicircle looks like a white jade plate half buried in the ground.

The surrounding vegetation has been trimmed and is in good order.

The ground was covered with turf and divided into several paths paved with cobbles.

Swipe card, facial recognition, register information.

Lu Zhiluan did it four times before he was able to enter the research institute.

The person who brought him in was named Du Ru, an intern researcher at the Canaan Animal Research Institute.

No matter how much more information there is, Lu Zhiluan knows nothing about it.

Du Ru was very frugal with words and spoke very slowly. He would pretend not to hear other questions and only answer the ones he wanted to answer, which fits the image of a dull researcher described by the driver.

Du Ru brought Lu Zhiluan to a room that looked like a medical room, and methodically turned on all the instruments inside. The instruments made a faint buzzing sound when they operated, and the air was filled with a faint smell of disinfectant alcohol. He himself put on gloves.

Under the cold white light, the mirror on his face reflected the light, and his eyes could not be seen clearly. Du Ru instructed Lu Zhiluan, "Carry it to that platform."

The little fox fell on the table, breathing a little rapidly. The bleeding had stopped, but the wound looked very ugly. Lu Zhiluan never stopped performing healing magic on it while holding it.

Du Ruren looked dazed, but his hands moved skillfully. Judging from his technique, this must be more than the first time he has treated such an injury. When he lowered his head, his eyes were particularly focused.

The treatment equipment in the institute was much more advanced, and the little fox's injuries were quickly healed.

Du Ru fed it some medicine again, and soon the little fox tilted its head and fell into a deep sleep.

At the same time, Lu Zhiluan heard the system's broadcast.

The rescue icon in the interface lights up one level: 1/100.

Lu Zhiluan confirmed with the system in his mind: "Does this mean the rescue was successful?"

The system replied: "Yes, you have changed the fate of the little fox being tortured to death by the mercenaries. Congratulations, host. Please keep up the good work and complete the task as soon as possible."

Lu Zhiluan smiled bitterly. The first one was so thrilling, and he didn’t know how difficult the next ones would be.

After settling the fox, Du Ru took Lu Zhiluan to his lounge.

The holographic surveillance cameras set up around the research institute recorded images that showed that Lei Jiu and his group had left ten minutes ago.

For safety reasons, Du Ru suggested that Lu Zhi wait half an hour before going out.

He had seen this group of mercenaries several times before. Each time they captured some rare animals in the deep forest, using very brutal methods.

Although their actions are contrary to the goals of the institute, the two sides are currently maintaining a peaceful level without interfering with each other, and sometimes they even make some transactions.

There are dangers lurking everywhere in the deep forest. No one dares to go deep into it easily. At best, they may get lost for three or two days, or at worst, they may lose their lives and leave no trace.

Those mercenaries were not afraid of death and had seen many strange animals.

The original intention of establishing the institute was to record animals in the primeval forest and save endangered species.

Therefore, sometimes the research institute will pay to buy the pictures of rare animals they have recorded for research purposes.

Lu Zhiluan sat awkwardly in a corner of the sofa holding his backpack. He took the water handed to him by Du Ru and thanked him.

Neither of them was talkative, so they were speechless for a while and the atmosphere was a bit awkward.

Du Ru sat opposite him with his eyes downcast, not knowing what he was thinking.

"Do you want to take a look at your cat?" Du Ru suddenly spoke, his eyes falling on the black cat in Lu Zhiluan's arms.

Lu Zhiluan was stunned for a moment before reacting, and quickly explained: "No, it's not injured."

Du Ru was a little confused, with an inexplicable sadness flashing across his eyes. He thought for a moment and chose to use a more euphemistic approach, saying, "It hasn't moved."

Lu Zhiluan understood.

Actually, you want to say it's dead, right?

He took the sleeping kitten out and held it in his palm to show it to Du Ru. "It's still young and is at the age of being sleepy."

After confirming that the kitten's body was rising and falling slightly with its breathing, Du Ru obviously breathed a sigh of relief and sat back in a much more relaxed position.

Lu Zhiluan: "What should we do with the little red fox after its wound heals?"

He wanted to take it back, but it looked like a very rare species. It shouldn't be allowed to be raised privately, right?

Du Ru: "It is a cub of a red flame three-tailed fox. We have obtained information about this type of fox before and have learned about their living habits and habitat. Don't worry. We will release it back into the forest once its injuries have healed."

"Although there are certain risks in releasing them, I think they prefer the freedom of the wilderness to a cold, walled research institute on all sides." When Du Ru talks about animals, he speaks more unconsciously, and even his speaking speed is different.

Lu Zhiluan discovered this.

I thought that this friend must be a loyal believer of Rongmen.

Half an hour later.

Du Ru sent Lu Zhiluan to the entrance of the research institute, from where he could see the top of the archway of Mid-Levels Park.

"you……"

"Du Ru?"

Two voices rang out at the same time.

Du Ru originally wanted to say something to Lu Zhiluan, but after being interrupted, he shut up silently.

A group of people were walking towards them outside the door. They were dressed the same as Du Ru. They were all from the research institute and they had just returned from outside.

When they suddenly saw Lu Zhiluan, a stranger, everyone looked a little wary.

"Who are you?" A slightly older man stepped forward and stared at Lu Zhiluan with a stern expression.

Du Ru briefly explained to them what had happened, and after listening to it, the others became less hostile.

Only the man still had a look of surprise on his face, his eyes narrowed slightly and he looked around, giving people an uncomfortable feeling.

He refused to give in, and his attitude towards Du Ru was not much better. "Did you bring people in to register? You also know how important the internal data of the institute is. If there is a mistake, you can't afford it."

"Who knows what kind of people have sneaked in?" The middle-aged man glanced at Lu Zhiluan, his chin raised high, and his arrogant attitude almost pointed at Lu Zhiluan's face.

The people present had different expressions on their faces, and no one dared to come out and say a few words to ease the situation. Judging from their posture, they were often bossed around by this man.

Du Ru's expression remained calm as he said calmly, "Every step is carried out strictly according to the process. If Dr. Zhang doesn't believe me, you can check the visitor records yourself. The system can never be fake." As he spoke, he handed over the computer in his hand.

Dr. Zhang snorted coldly, not wanting to lose his temper, "That's good."

He went on to say, "Xiao Du, you are new here and you are not familiar with this place yet. If you encounter any problems in the future, you should ask the seniors before doing anything to avoid any mistakes."

Dr. Zhang changed the subject and said, "As for you, I know that you are all top students of Canaan University, and you are the proud children of heaven. However, you have just graduated from school for two or three years, and your social experience is still shallow. Sometimes you still have to be humble. After all, what is taught in school and what is taught in society are two different things."

"Although I didn't graduate from Canaan University, I graduated from a good school and have walked as many paths as you have. I have become the leader of the research institute at this age and I have also made great efforts. Only I know how difficult it has been to study hard and work day and night."

"You are still young, so you still need to learn more about how to behave in society. If you need help, just ask me."

After hearing these words, the expressions of several people changed obviously. Dr. Zhang was openly and covertly belittling and looking down on them.

It was obvious that he had just arrived not long ago.

The Animal Research Institute on Planet 07 was newly opened, less than a year ago. Except for Du Ru, everyone else was sent to the institute at the very beginning. At that time, there was no such thing as a leader of the institute. Everyone was a colleague, with no distinction between superiors and subordinates.

Later, no one knew where this Dr. Zhang came from. He suddenly appeared out of nowhere and took on the role of a leader.

This person acted like a leader right from the moment he arrived, but he didn't do any of the work he was supposed to do. He always used his age and experience to command them, and all he talked about every day was nonsense.

Other people in the institute ignored him. Without Dr. Zhang's participation, the research activities went more smoothly, so everyone chose to turn a blind eye to his behavior of talking without doing anything.

I didn't expect that after being tolerant again and again, this person would really think of himself as the boss.

Thinking of this, no matter how good-tempered they were, they could no longer hold back and were about to open their mouths to refute.

Unexpectedly, the other voice was faster.

"The diploma I bought is indeed different from the one from Canaan University. I didn't even know I had to buy a more expensive one. It's 500 star coins per piece on StarNet, and the wholesale price starts at 50% off. The school name was typed randomly, and three of the eight characters printed on it were wrong. He had the nerve to treat it as an imperial edict. If the black factory that printed privately hadn't been shut down in the early days, this guy would have been exposed long ago."

"You tell everyone about this school, which is highly confidential and the most prestigious institution in the star field. It's normal that most people haven't heard of it. You can fool others, but don't fool yourself."

"Studying hard, working day and night, it's hilarious, isn't it? In order to enter the research institute, I worked like a slave for my nouveau riche relatives for more than a year. Even the donkeys in the production team can't endure such a hard life."

Dr. Zhang: ! !

Others:? !!!

Du Ru:?

"It would be fine if he just came in and worked honestly. There are so many top students here, but he doesn't want the knowledge that is given to him for free. He just talks big all day long. Didn't his relatives tell him that the institute has an assessment every year, and it is broadcast live in front of the entire star field academic community. Four papers and five reports are the basic requirements, and you also have to defend yourself. Those who fail will be expelled."

"There is less than a month left before the assessment. I'm afraid this Dr. Zhang has never even entered the laboratory. Does he know how to open those instruments?"

"I can't imagine how funny this fake doctor's face will be when the live broadcast starts."

"I'm already looking forward to the social death scene in a month."

Lu Zhiluan ate the melon fresh from the field in his mind with gusto.

He thought these dull-witted, academic researchers wouldn't have any explosive gossip.

I never expected that there would be such an empty-headed academic idiot here.

Very interesting.

Dr. Zhang's face turned from red to pale, so pale that he looked as if he had been dead for three days. The panic of having his lie exposed swept over him and made his body stiff.

The others were also so shocked that they didn't know what expression to make.

On the one hand, I was surprised that Lu Zhiluan didn't open his mouth to speak, so where did the sound come from?

What is even more shocking is that Dr. Zhang is actually an academic slacker.

Thinking of that man's arrogant and domineering face in the past, they suddenly became angry. They had been fooled by a liar for so long.

Several people looked at each other and tacitly agreed not to lose their temper, their thoughts in their eyes were the same.

After Lu Zhiluan finished eating the melon quietly, he found that the surroundings had also become quiet.

I had a feeling that the atmosphere was a little strange, so I decided to leave first.

He said goodbye to Du Ru: "The Star Shuttle I ordered will arrive soon. If there is nothing else, I will not delay your work. I will leave the little fox in your care."

Du Ru suggested: "I'll take you to the square."

Lu Zhiluan was about to refuse when he found that Du Ru had already walked ahead.

He nodded hurriedly to the others and quickly followed.

After the two left, a deathly silence filled the entrance of the institute.

Dr. Zhang's pupils trembled.

What's up with that guy?

There are also assessments!

Why didn't anyone mention this assessment to him?

Dr. Zhang mistakenly thought that others did not hear his voice, and quickly calmed down. He planned to snatch Du Ru's paper directly when the time comes. Anyway, he didn't dare to resist.

If you want to defend yourself, just pretend to be sick and avoid it.

Thinking of this, he was no longer afraid.

There were footsteps approaching, casting a shadow in front of him. Dr. Zhang looked up and met a few pairs of eyes that seemed to be smiling but not smiling.

I shuddered for no apparent reason, and my body unconsciously took a defensive stance.

Why do I have a feeling that I'm going to be beaten?

Unexpectedly, those people just passed by and walked into the research institute.

Dr. Zhang looked at him suspiciously: "..."

Something still doesn't feel right.